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The serpentine splint is used to do what?
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inhibit thumb adduction, position the wrist in neutral alignment, & facilitate forearm supination.
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Who may the serpentine splint be recommended for?
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Children w/ CP, Down Syndrome, etc.
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When is a serpentine splint to be worn?
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During functional activities, not during sleep
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When should a patient wear a thumb abduction (loop) splint?
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during functional activities, not at night unless they have shortening of the adductor mm
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When may a basic pan hand splint be indicated?
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for increased flexor tone in wrist &/or hand
(focus on maintaining muscle length vs. improving muscle tone) |
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What is the wearing schedule for a basic pan hand splint?
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2x's per day for 2-4 hrs & all through the night if needed
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The volar elbow-extension splint is used to prevent what?
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further elbow flexion contracture or to improve current elbow-extension range
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What is the wearing schedule for a volar elbow-extension splint?
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2x's per day for 2-4 hrs & all through the night if needed
and also during times of stress |
